1980 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1867 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Escort | Navigator |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3327 mm |